50 things to do in Hobart and Southern Tasmania

Culture, meets adventure, meets wilderness - this is southern Tasmania. A compact tourism region with many activities in a small area. Less driving, more adventure. A few outstanding features are illustrated below, lots more by clicking through to the activity type that you prefer.

​Food, Drink and Culture in Hobart and south Tasmania

From the confronting spectacle of Mona, tradition of Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Aboriginal heritage, apples, wooden boats and community histories. ​This selection of museums and displays covers a wide range of interests.

Waterfall walks south from Hobart

Pelverata FallsHuon Valley)

Arve Falls (in Hartz Mountains National Park)A well made track follows the Arve River through an open alpine woodland to the cliffs on the eastern edge of the plateau. Here, Arve Falls drops into the valley below. Interpretive signs explain the landscape creation processes and the alpine adapted plants.

Wildlife Activities near Hobart

Guided Adventures around Hobart and Southern Tasmania

Adventure or tranquil. River or ocean. Sail or motor. Huon Valley Escapes offers a range of cruising experiences exploring the Huon River, Bruny Island or remote wilderness. We can even arrange charter to a special destination of your own choice.

Wildlife Cruise on Bruny Island

Three Hour Coastal Adventure Cruise

This multi-award winning eco-adventure cruise takes you along Tasmania's unspoiled coastline to the edge of the Southern Ocean. Fast and comfortable boats ensure you're right in the adventure, seeing everything up close, feeling every thrill and experiencing nature first hand. One of the world's great environmental travel experiences.

Highland Cattle and Alpaca Farm Tours near Huonville

Wilderness flight and cruise​departs from Hobart

Departing from Hobart's second airport, you can spend a few hours a full day or even a 3 day glamping experience in Tasmania's Southwest Wilderness. A scenic flight to Mellaleuca and a cruise to Port Davey, this will be a highlight of your Huon Valley Escape.

90 minutes flight timean hour or 3 on the groundan hour or 2 by boat$$$